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Packers released DE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila.

A stunner. This is a strong statement about KGB's declining skills considering the Packers are short on the defensive line and will still pay the nine-year veteran his complete $6.1 million salary. Gbaja-Biamila has been one dimensional in recent years and struggled to recover from off-season knee surgery. The move could mark the end of his career, which was all played for the Packers. He has the franchise record in sacks with 74 and a half. DT Justin Harrell was activated in his place. Sat, Nov 1, 2008 03:24:00 PM

Packers RE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila (knee) returned to practice on Monday.

Green Bay is shorthanded inside, so KGB may have to play a lot of snaps early on when Cullen Jenkins kicks to DT. He's got a stellar matchup against Vikings fill-in LT Artis Hicks in Week 1 and can be started in IDP leagues. Mon, Sep 1, 2008 05:03:00 PM

Packers DE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila may be in danger of missing the Packers regular season opener.

KGB is experiencing soreness in the knee that was surgically repaired back in May. After missing the first three preseason games, he returned to practice only to suffer a setback Sunday. Tue, Aug 26, 2008 08:00:00 PM

KGB, who had surgery on May 29, recovered pretty quickly for a 31-year-old. Gbaja-Biamila had 9.5 sacks in 2007, but may struggle to repeat that total with Cullen Jenkins staying ahead of him at right end and rookie Jeremy Thompson added. KGB is someone avoid in tackle-heavy IDP leagues. Sun, Aug 3, 2008 07:28:00 PM

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Packers RE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila (knee) returned to practice on Monday.

Green Bay is shorthanded inside, so KGB may have to play a lot of snaps early on when Cullen Jenkins kicks to DT. He's got a stellar matchup against Vikings fill-in LT Artis Hicks in Week 1 and can be started in IDP leagues.

KGB, who had surgery on May 29, recovered pretty quickly for a 31-year-old. Gbaja-Biamila had 9.5 sacks in 2007, but may struggle to repeat that total with Cullen Jenkins staying ahead of him at right end and rookie Jeremy Thompson added. KGB is someone avoid in tackle-heavy IDP leagues.

Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila's May 29th knee surgery was to repair a torn meniscus.

It was an arthroscopy and KGB stated Wednesday that he'll be 100% by the start of training camp. The local paper mentions that he may not be ready. Amid the Jason Taylor-to-Green Bay rumors, there is speculation that Gbaja-Biamila could be cut, but if he's healthy we can't see it.

Gbaja-Biamila had a knee scope, and will be out for two months. "It was minor surgery, something that's been bothering him throughout the offseason, so we probably won't get him back until training camp," said Packers coach Mike McCarthy.

The Packers have not approached DE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila about a new contract.

KGB has salaries of $6.15 million and $7.3 million left on his deal. He excelled in a situational role last year, posting 9.5 sacks and forcing two fumbles, and figures to be kept around until the contract expires.

It's clear neither player's injury is season threatening. "I think it just comes down to player safety," Thompson said. "It didn't make sense to risk them for this one game. We still have a lot of the season to go."

Packers DE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila is not expected to play Thursday night.

KGB is among the league's sack leaders despite coming off the bench, so his loss hurts against a Cowboys offense the Packers will need to pressure to slow down. Cullen Jenkins is likely in line for a full host of snaps.

Packers DE Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila (ankle/knee sprain) missed his second consecutive practice on Monday.

Gbaja-Biamila, who has 9.5 sacks on the year, was injured during the Thanksgiving day game against the Lions. The Packers, who will likely be without DT Johnny Jolly (shoulder) will need a strong pass rush to help disrupt the timing of Cowboys QB Tony Romo.

It means that, barring a setback, he will return for Thursday night's game against the Bears. Cobb has struggled at less than full heath in the past, so he should be treated as a mid-range WR3 after missing Week 3 against the Bengals. Cobb's return removes Geronimo Allison from sleeper consideration.

It's a step in the right direction after Bakhtiari got in three DNPs last week. The Pack may still just be trying to move Bakhtiari along for Week 4, but are thin along their offensive line right now. Fill-in LT Kyle Murphy (foot) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday. Bakhtiari hasn't played since Week 1.

Packers C Corey Linsley said he will "follow the plan" for his ankle surgery this year.

Linsley did not follow the plan while recovering from a torn hamstring last year, and it cost him half the season. "I was trying to get ahead of it, and I ended up behind," he said. "Now it’s a matter of knowing I’ll be OK as long as I follow this plan." Coach Mike McCarthy expects Linsley to be ready for camp. With J.C. Tretter now in Cleveland, Linsley is the locked-in starter at center.

Packers RT Bryan Bulaga (questionable, ankle) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 3 game against the Bengals.

It's a needed upgrade with LT David Bakhtiari (hamstring) doubtful. The Packers struggled to protect Aaron Rodgers last week, forcing him to make most his throws outside the pocket. Bulaga has been sidelined since the preseason, but his return should improve a pass game that will be without Randall Cobb.

It's an unwanted development for the Packers' banged up line, as Murphy had been filling in for David Bakhtiari (hamstring) on the blindside. The No. 200 overall pick of last year's draft, Murphy had been struggling mightily when on the field. Bakhtiari (hamstring) has resumed practicing.